arandelas
/aɾandelas/from spelling rules
The English phrase "washers" is translated into Spanish as arandelas.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, some people may use the term juntas to refer to washers. In certain regions such as Mexico, the formal term Rondanas is more common.
How do you pronounce it?
/aɾandelas/
Did you know?
- The word arandelas is also the common term used for 'hoop earrings' in many Spanish-speaking countries.
- While juntas can mean 'washers' in a mechanical sense, the word literally translates to 'joints' or 'seals'. This reflects a conceptual focus on the act of joining two surfaces rather than the object itself.
- The term rondana used in Mexico is derived from the word ronda, meaning 'round'. This linguistic path creates a very literal description of the object's shape compared to the more abstract arandela.
Examples in context
- El ensamblaje del motor requiere el uso de arandelas para asegurar una sujeción adecuada.The engine assembly requires the use of washers to ensure proper fastening.
- Por favor, coloque las rondanas entre las tuercas y los pernos.Please place the washers between the nuts and bolts.
- Mi abuelo siempre tenía un cajón lleno de arandelitas en su taller.My grandfather always had a drawer full of washers in his workshop.
- Necesito unas arandelas nuevas para este tornillo.I need some new washers for this screw.
- ¿Tienes arandelas de metal en la caja?Do you have metal washers in the box?
- Las arandelas están en el estante de herramientas.The washers are on the tool shelf.
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are in the garage working on a small repair.
- MateoSofía, ¿puedes buscar unas arandelas?Sofía, can you look for some washers?
- SofíaSí, ¿de qué tamaño las necesitas?Yes, what size do you need them?
- MateoNecesito las arandelas pequeñas para el motor.I need the small washers for the engine.
- SofíaAquí las tienes, Mateo.Here you go, Mateo.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
